Legends of Aethereus
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Legends of Aethereus FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 986 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 959 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 906 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 918 fps | 746 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 984 fps | 787 fps | 639 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 891 fps | 713 fps | 570 fps | 464 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 979 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 839 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 910 fps | 739 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 885 fps | 719 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 836 fps | 679 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 953 fps | 762 fps | 619 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 861 fps | 689 fps | 559 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 922 fps | 738 fps | 590 fps | 480 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 669 fps | 535 fps | 428 fps | 348 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 895 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 831 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 918 fps | 746 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 866 fps | 703 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 813 fps | 661 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 803 fps | 643 fps | 522 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 861 fps | 689 fps | 551 fps | 448 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 758 fps | 607 fps | 485 fps | 394 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 738 fps | 590 fps | 472 fps | 384 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 697 fps | 557 fps | 446 fps | 362 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 635 fps | 508 fps | 407 fps | 330 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 574 fps | 459 fps | 367 fps | 298 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 492 fps | 393 fps | 315 fps | 256 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 357 fps | 285 fps | 228 fps | 185 fps |
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Legends of Aethereus
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Minimum Hardware
512MB Video RAM(1GB Video RAM), DirectX9c Shader Model 3.0
Intel Core®2 Duo E6700 @ 2.6GHz or AMD Athlon64 X2 6000+ @ 3.0Ghz or better
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About
Legends of Aethereus, released in 2013, offers players an immersive indie role-playing experience set in the ancient world of Aethereus. This game stands out with its captivating environments, including majestic forests, misty swamps, and ancient ruins, as players embark on quests tied to the lore of The Gauldron Tablets and the legendary Skyfall Relics. While its narrative potential is intriguing, the game has received mixed reviews, reflected in its 40/100 rating.
For PC gamers looking to dive into Legends of Aethereus, the performance requirements are fairly accessible. The minimum GPU needed is an entry-level model, providing a score of around 800, while processors with a score of approximately 803 are necessary for smooth gameplay. With just 4 GB of RAM, players can expect decent FPS, even on lower settings, making it a reasonable choice for those on a budget or with older systems.
Should you play Legends of Aethereus? While its low rating may raise eyebrows, the game’s indie charm and unique setting can appeal to dedicated RPG fans. If you enjoy exploring atmospheric worlds and can appreciate the rough edges that sometimes accompany indie projects, it might be worth a try.
Performance profile
Released in September 2013, Legends of Aethereus sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
RPGs like Legends of Aethereus stress VRAM during long sessions — texture streaming, mods and open-world traversal inflate memory use over time. 8 GB VRAM is a practical floor; 12 GB+ is worth the headroom at 1440p and above.
Extremely light — Legends of Aethereus runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
